Higher refresh rate?

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  1. Posts : 157
    Windows 7 Pro, 64-bit
       #1

    Higher refresh rate?


    Is there a way for me to get a higher refresh rate on my monitor other than the 60 hz I now have? I've attached a screenshot, showing that there's no other option (in the pulldown menu) other than 60 hz. But, is there somehow a way for me to CONFIGURE a higher refresh rate other than 60? (Windows 7 Pro, 64-bit OS)
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  2. Posts : 9,582
    Windows 8.1 Pro RTM x64
       #2

    From the manual: http://www.manualowl.com/m/Dynex/DX-.../Manual/197903

    VGA input
    D-Sub 15-pin terminal
    E-EDID compliant
    Suggested scan rates:640×480 /60 Hz, 800×600 /60 Hz, 1024×768 /60 Hz, 1360×768 /60 Hz
    There is no mention of whether or not higher frame refresh rates are supported, and forcing a higher rate may result in damage.
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  3. Posts : 4,466
    Windows 10 Education 64 bit
       #3

    If its an LCD monitor there is no point in trying to increase it. LCD monitors don't refresh like the old CRT monitors did and don't suffer from the headache inducing flicker from a low refresh rate. Even if you could change it, it wouldn't gain you anything.
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  4. Posts : 24,479
    Windows 7 Ultimate X64 SP1
       #4

    LCD's refresh at 60Hz.
    Is there some problem you're experiencing?
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  5. Posts : 157
    Windows 7 Pro, 64-bit
    Thread Starter
       #5

    No, I had just read that a higher refresh rate would be better on the eyes.
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  6. Posts : 4,280
    Windows 7 ultimate 64 bit / XP Home sp3
       #6

    maranatha4u said:
    No, I had just read that a higher refresh rate would be better on the eyes.
    This is true when referring to a CRT monitor where Flickering would occur,. You could raise the refresh rate and this would reduce the flickering. Since LCD's are flicker free this isn't an issue.
    More information
    All About Monitors: CRT Vs. LCD - Webopedia.com
    Fabe
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  7. Posts : 2,588
    Microsoft Windows 8.1 Pro 64-bit
       #7

    I have become interested in this as well. Many gamers/blu-ray watchers claim to require a higher refresh rate (in LCD monitors), for better appearances, etc. Is there any reason that increasing frame-rate appeals to so many people?

    I don't mean to hijack this thread and I appologize if I do. However, this may help the op in his query on raising the refresh rate.
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  8. Posts : 24,479
    Windows 7 Ultimate X64 SP1
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    Nar Dusty, They may be referring to frame rate which is different. FPS, frames per second, make game animation look smoother the higher it is. If the FPS is below 30-ish one may see jerkiness.
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  9. Posts : 3,322
    Windows 8.1 Pro x64
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    DustSailor said:
    I have become interested in this as well. Many gamers/blu-ray watchers claim to require a higher refresh rate (in LCD monitors), for better appearances, etc. Is there any reason that increasing frame-rate appeals to so many people?

    I don't mean to hijack this thread and I appologize if I do. However, this may help the op in his query on raising the refresh rate.
    With LCDs, it's the response time that you want to look at. A lower response time is better. Too high of a response time results in ghosting when there's fast moving objects on the screen such as games or action movies.
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  10. Posts : 2,588
    Microsoft Windows 8.1 Pro 64-bit
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    Britton30 said:
    Nar Dusty, They may be referring to frame rate which is different. FPS, frames per second, make game animation look smoother the higher it is. If the FPS is below 30-ish one may see jerkiness.
    Ah thats it, thanks brit & everlong. you are right, i was speaking of frames per second. Thats cool, now I know the difference. Then this is not the thread to be speaking about it I suppose.

    So in dealing with Frame-Rate, 60 is about all you need, yes? some monitors offer 120Hz, but I've heard complaints that it makes images appear to be stiff, or superimposed into the picture. Outlines of objects appear to be photoshopped in, or so I've heard. Others take a different stance and claim to like the crispness of the picture. I suppose I only really need 60, as I don't think the human eye can even see over 120Hz.
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